Journal Articleshttp://hdl.handle.net/123456789/42018-11-19T08:09:58Z2018-11-19T08:09:58ZSocioeconomic Impact of Establishment of University of Embu on Small Scale Farmers in Nthambo Sub-Location, KenyaAkelo, Gogo, J.Ngari, Cyrus, G.http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/21062018-11-19T05:34:30Z2018-11-01T00:00:00ZSocioeconomic Impact of Establishment of University of Embu on Small Scale Farmers in Nthambo Sub-Location, Kenya
Akelo, Gogo, J.; Ngari, Cyrus, G.
The University of Embu is one of the fast developing and recently chartered University in Kenya. It is
located in Nthambo sub-location, which is an agricultural potential area. Universities establishment have
considerable influence on the activities of community that stays around it. Despite the fact that several
studies have been conducted on the socioeconomic impact of establishment of different Universities to
the community they reside in, a research on the socioeconomic impact of establishment of University of
Embu on small scale farmers in their agricultural activities have never been done. Given that the
University of Embu has been established on the agricultural potential area, this study sought to investigate
the impact of the establishment of University of Embu on agricultural resources and productivity,
describe the community diversity and living standards of the community. Methodology used in this
research was descriptive survey design and stratified random sampling technique obtaining a sample of
100 households which was proportionate to the population. Using SPSS software for cross-tabulation, the
results indicated that: the rate of both livestock and crop production have been declining with supporting
evidence of (60.2%) and (66%) of the households respectively, the community was diverse (87.2%) with
majority being university students (68.1%), most of the small scale farmers had access to electricity connection (78.1%), even though farming activity remains main economic activity of community within
the area, it has been declining from (95.3%) to (53.2%), business activities have increased from (3.5%) to
(41.5%), most of the households (54.3%) have constructed rental houses majorly to earn more money
(70.2%). The researchers recommend that Embu County government should adopt a policy such that the
communities surrounding University of Embu must develop, implement and enforce mechanisms for
effective preservation of productive agricultural land (i.e. Urban growth boundaries, purchase of
development rights, exclusive agricultural zoning among others).
2018-11-01T00:00:00ZContributions of Selected Classroom Factors on Bullying Among Adolescents in Secondary Schools in Kenya.Nyaga, Milcah Njokihttp://hdl.handle.net/123456789/21052018-11-08T11:47:32Z2018-09-01T00:00:00ZContributions of Selected Classroom Factors on Bullying Among Adolescents in Secondary Schools in Kenya.
Nyaga, Milcah Njoki
Bullying is a major challenge in secondary schools in Kenya. The vice is practised underground among students thus
many students experience high level of bullying without the knowledge of teachers and parents.The study investigated
the contributions of classroom factors on bullying among adolescents in secondary schools in Kenya. The study was
grounded on Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological theory. A descriptive design was employed. The sample of 320 students was
obtained through random sampling and while eight deputy principals were selected from sampled schools. The
instruments for data collection were student’s questionnaire, deputy principal’s questionnaire, record analysis and
researcher’s observation schedules. The data was analysed through descriptive statistics and Chi- square was used to test
for the association between the classroom factors and bullying. The findings revealed that all the classroom factors:
general discipline, individuals responsible for discipline, common disciplinary measures, rating of disciplinary measures
and counselling services, were significantly associated with bullying.The findings revealed that bullying was very
common though it was rarely disclosed to school management. Further, the study observed that the teachers were
administering corporal punishment and in most cases the punishment was not proportional to the offence committed. In
addition, the guidance and counselling services were not effectively offered in most schools. The study recommended that
all teachers should be involved in matters of discipline in schools. Similarly, the disciplinary measures should also be
modified in consultation with the students and teachers. The counselling services need to be activated and managed by
trained teacher counsellors.
2018-09-01T00:00:00ZUtilization of ANC and PNC Services in Nepal: A Multivariate Analysis Based on Nepal Demographic Health Survey 2001 and 2006.Mahara, G.Asweto, Collins O.Cao, K.Alzain, M. A.Sebastian, A.Barr, J.Guo, X.Wei, W.http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/21012018-10-13T00:00:51Z2015-10-12T00:00:00ZUtilization of ANC and PNC Services in Nepal: A Multivariate Analysis Based on Nepal Demographic Health Survey 2001 and 2006.
Mahara, G.; Asweto, Collins O.; Cao, K.; Alzain, M. A.; Sebastian, A.; Barr, J.; Guo, X.; Wei, W.
Background: Maternal Mortality is a public health problem in Nepal, which was highest in 1990 among the South
Asian countries. Associated factors of maternal mortality are various; among them maternal health services such as antenatal
(ANC) and postnatal care (PNC) services are the main. Methods: A multivariate secondary data analysis out based on Nepal
Demographic Health Surveys 2001 and 2006. Logistic regression models was performed to compare the utilization of the ANC
and PNC services, with background characteristics of women aged between 15 to 49 years old. Results: A total of 8913
reproductive aged groups (15-49) women were taken for analysis and the mean age was 28.59±7.040 years. Logistic regression
analysis revealed that health facility delivery (AOR=1.297, 95% CI=1.135-1.481), PNC check-up at health facility
(AOD=4.442, 95% CI=2.815-7.011) and PNC service with a skilled health worker (AOD=4.533, 95% CI=2.753-7.465)
utilized more in 2006 compared to 2001. This study also found that highly educated women had (AOD, 95% CI=10.823-
22.968) more utilized the heath facility during pregnancy and (AOD, 95% CI=2.194-16.950) more likely during a PNC checkup,
whereas, educated women were less (AOR=0.043, 95% CI=0.007-0.254) likely consult with a skilled professional.
Similarly, antenatal care (ANC) visits (4 or more than four) and ANC visit in the first trimester were increased (95% CI=1.137-
1.518) and (AOD=1.041, 95% CI=0.924-1.173) respectively. This study found that educated women, those who were living in
urban areas, were more likely to use maternal health services compared to other regions. Conclusion: Increased in utilization of
the ANC and PNC services through skilled health workers in a health facility among cohorts of educated women. However, the
improvements were not equally distributed across the all regions in the country. This utilization of maternal health services is
not sufficient to achieve the MDG goal. Because, health facility delivery is poor and counterpart home delivery is still high in
Nepal.
2015-10-12T00:00:00ZDoes Breast Cancer Risk Awareness Motivate Personal Prevention Practices: Findings from a Community-based Assessment?Ouma, J.Olang’, S.Asweto, Collins O.Obago, I. T.Kaseje, D.http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/21002018-10-13T00:00:45Z2016-01-01T00:00:00ZDoes Breast Cancer Risk Awareness Motivate Personal Prevention Practices: Findings from a Community-based Assessment?
Ouma, J.; Olang’, S.; Asweto, Collins O.; Obago, I. T.; Kaseje, D.
Breast cancer, is the leading cause of cancer specific mortality. But nearly 80% of the mortality is preventable by early diagnosis. We assessed knowledge and practice of breast cancer prevention by women in a rural community setting. Data was collected on demographics, family history, knowledge and practice of breast cancer by interviewer administered questionnaire. Knowledge (including knowledge of risk) and practice were measured using a response-based score to a set of 9 and 10 questions respectively. Prevalence odds ratio was calculated to estimate association between independent and outcome variables. Knowledge of breast cancer risk was low (14.2%). Family history and socioeconomic status were significantly associated with knowledge; respondents with more than eight years of school were more likely to have higher knowledge (OR=2.859; CI=1.578-5.178). Practice of prevention was equally low (17.2%). Practice was significantly associated with knowledge; respondents with higher knowledge of prevention were more likely to practice prevention (OR=6.8; CI=3.308-14.104). We propose that community-based risk communication and awareness creating programs may motivate breast cancer prevention practices. Women of lower socio-economic status should especially be targeted with such interventions. There is need to develop these into a sustainable community-based health education program.
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